Austin, Texas vs. Elk River, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk River, Minnesota is 18.5% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,765 in Elk River, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk River, Minnesota is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Elk River
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Elk River, MN
Compared to Austin, Elk River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  6.3% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher